The Franklin-Springboro Public Library provides free activities that will entertain and educate kids of all ages. Details on all upcoming activities are given below. The library's remaining spring activities are listed first, but keep scrolling to find the exciting activities we have planned for summer. We hope to see you at the library!
Book Pop Book Club
Book Pop is a book club for readers in fourth through sixth grade. We read a new book each month and then meet to discuss the book, do book-related activities, and have snacks!
- Date: Tuesday, April 8
- Time: 5:30 - 7 p.m.
- Location: Springboro Branch
- Registration: Required. Call the library at (937) 748-3200 to sign up.
- Age range: 9-12
For our April Book Pop meeting, we are reading Dewey the Library Cat by Vicki Myron. The book will be available for pick-up from the Springboro Branch starting March 11. If you'd prefer to pick the book up from the Franklin Branch, let us know when you register and we'll have a copy sent to Franklin for you.
Book Splash Book Club
Join the book club for readers in kindergarten and first grade. We will read a story together at the meeting and then do story-related activities. Caregivers must remain with children throughout the program.
- Date: Thursday, April 10
- Time: 5 - 5:45 p.m.
- Location: Springboro Branch
- Registration: NOT Required
- Age range: 5-7
Our April Book Splash meeting will feature the book Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses by James Dean. We'll help Pete find all of his friends, and we'll design our own cardboard skateboards.
Homeschool Project Zone
Registration for this program is currently FULL, but we encourage you to call and put your name on the waiting list.
Calling all homeschoolers ages 5-12! Join us for educational and fun projects and activities. Each month's meeting will feature something new. Caregivers must remain with their children throughout the program. Please note that siblings outside of the age range for the program are welcome at homeschool meetings and will be able to participate if sufficient supplies are available.
- Date: Tuesday, April 15
- Time: 2 - 3:30 p.m.
- Location: Franklin Branch
- Registration: Required. Call the library at (937) 746-2665 to sign up.
- Age range: 5-12
Our April homeschool meeting will feature a story about dragons and the opportunity to build a clay sculpture.
Book Buzz Book Club
Join the book club for readers in second and third grade. Get the chosen book from the library, read it at home, and come to the meeting for fun book-related activities. Copies of the book will be available at the Springboro Branch two weeks before the meeting. (If you'd prefer to pick the book up from the Franklin Branch, let us know and we'll have a copy sent to Franklin for you.)
- Date: Thursday, April 17
- Time: 5 - 5:45 p.m.
- Location: Springboro Branch
- Registration: NOT Required
- Age range: 7-9
For our April Book Buzz meeting, we will read The Absent Author by Ron Roy. Books will be available at the Springboro Library beginning April 3.
Take-Home Crafts
Tuesday, April 22, take-home craft kits will be available at both library branches while supplies last. Each kit has the supplies needed to complete three Earth Day projects. Because of the paint and small parts included, these kits are recommended for children ages 5-12.
Registration is not required. Kits cannot be reserved and will be distributed on a first come, first served basis.
Homeschool Art Class
Registration for this program is currently FULL, but we encourage you to call and put your name on the waiting list.
Join us for Homeschool Art Class, where children ages 5-12 will have an opportunity to hear about famous artists, learn to recognize different art styles, and use their creativity to make their own art. Caregivers must remain with their children throughout the program. Please note that siblings outside of the age range for the program are welcome at homeschool meetings and will be able to participate if sufficient supplies are available.
- Date: Wednesday, April 23
- Time: 2 - 3:30 p.m.
- Location: Springboro Branch
- Registration: Required. Call the library at (937) 748-3200 to sign up.
- Age range: 5-12
Our April art class will feature artist Piet Mondrian.
Summer Reading Kick-off Party
Party with us to celebrate the start of the summer reading program.
- Date: Friday, May 30
- Time: 4 - 6 p.m.
- Location: Franklin Branch
- Registration: Not required
- Age range: 3-12
Let’s celebrate the start of the library’s summer reading program, Color Our World! Drop in between 4 and 6 p.m. Friday, May 30, for games, crafts, and activities at the Franklin Branch. Activities will be enjoyed by children ages 3-12. Caregivers must remain with children throughout the program.
Mike Hemmelgarn: Comedy, Juggling, Ventriloquism
- Date: Tuesday, June 10
- Times: 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.
- Location: Springboro Branch
- Registration: Not required
- Age range: 3-12
Mike Hemmelgarn’s comedy, juggling, and ventriloquism show is fun for the whole family. Join us at the Springboro Branch for one of four available show times. Caregivers must remain with children throughout the program.
Jim McCutcheon: Interactive Musical Performance
- Date: Tuesday, June 24
- Times: 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.
- Location: Franklin Branch
- Registration: Not required
- Age range: 3-12
Jim McCutcheon’s interactive musical performance features an array of stringed instruments. Join us at the Franklin Branch for one of four available show times. Caregivers must remain with children throughout the program.
Wild Hearts African Farm
- Date: Tuesday, July 8
- Times: 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.
- Location: Springboro Branch
- Registration: Not required
- Age range: 3-12
Wild Hearts African Farm will bring five exciting animals for children to meet and learn about. Join us at the Springboro Branch for one of four available show times. Caregivers must remain with children throughout the program.
Summer Reading Finale
- Date: Saturday, July 19
- Time: 5:30 - 7 p.m.
- Location: Ohio Sports Academy, 270 Hiawatha Trail in Springboro
- Registration: Not required, though OSA provides an online waiver caregivers should submit prior to the event if possible.
- Age range: 3-12
The library will host a free program at Ohio Sports Academy, 270 Hiawatha Trail in Springboro. Drop in between 5:30 and 7 p.m. Saturday, July 19, to run, jump, tumble, and play. This event is for children ages 3-12 and their grownups. Children should wear soft clothing without zippers and buttons, and they will need to remove their shoes to participate. Parents are asked to fill out a waiver online prior to event. The waiver can be found at this link.